When traumatic events happen, children’s learning, behaviors, and relationships can be impacted. Learn the signs of trauma and how you can help through the resources below:
- “Helping Children Cope with Disaster (FEMA)” – https://www.fema.gov/pdf/library/children.pdf
- “Helping Youth after Mass Violence (NCTSN)” – https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/parent_guidelines_helping_youth_after_mass_violence_attack.pdf
- “A Guide for Parents and Educators (SAMHSA)” – https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/tips-talking-to-children-after-traumatic-event.pdf
- “Helping Youth after Community Violence (NCTSN)” – https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/tip-sheet/helping_youth_after_community_trauma_for_educators_final_explosions.pdf
- “Helping Children Cope with Media Coverage (CCOA)” – https://www.childcareaware.org/our-issues/crisis-and-disaster-resources/caregiver-and-ccrr-tools-publications-and-resources/helping-children-understand-and-cope-with-disasters/
- “How to Help After a Caregiver Dies (NCTSN)” – https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/power_of_parenting_how_to_help_your_child_after_a_parent_or_caregiver_dies.pdf